by Susan Grissom | Oct 27, 2020 | Probate
Part of the probate process is paying the claims that are filed. Even if a creditor doesn’t file a claim, if the executor or personal representative knows about it, he or she must still pay that liability. The personal representative must know in which order to pay...
by Susan Grissom | Oct 13, 2020 | Elder Care, Estate Planning
Our population is living longer, healthier, lives and continuing to live in their own homes or independent living centers. Many families live across multiple states and as their parents age, children may not be close by to help with the day-to-day tasks. While a...
by Susan Grissom | Oct 6, 2020 | Estate Planning, Special Needs Trust
If you have a family member with disabilities who relies on Medicaid and/or SSI, giving them money either as a gift during your lifetime or at death as an inheritance, may affect their government benefits, either reducing the benefit or causing them to lose the...
by Susan Grissom | Sep 29, 2020 | Estate Planning, Wills & Trust
While none of us plan to die early, life sometimes throws us curveballs. An accident could take the life of parents still caring for minor children or children who have recently become emancipated. As much as you have tried to teach your child to manage money, he or...
by Susan Grissom | Sep 22, 2020 | Estate Planning, Wills & Trust
American culture dictates that you don’t discuss money, not even with family members. However, there is an exception to that social norm, as uncomfortable as it may be. You should always discuss your estate with your adult children. A common fear of discussing your...
